Woman's worked in factories. They worked as nurses and doctors which was a major role starting in the mid 9th century. Woman played an important role in making system of food rationing work.
Women worked in munitions factories. Nursing became a major role starting in the middle 19th century. The main role in World War I (1914-1918) was employment in munitions factories, farming, and other roles to replace men drafted for the army. Women played an important role in making the system of food rationing work.
